OUTPOURING Synonyms: 70 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈau̇t-ˌpȯr-iŋ

Definition of outpouring

as in exodus

a flowing or going out an outpouring of affection and support for the high school athlete in need of an organ transplant the soccer team's trip to Italy was funded by an outpouring of cash donations from the public

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verb

present participle of outpour

as in gushing

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Recent Examples of outpouring

Noun

That hasn't stopped an outpouring of concern from supporters of the African American museum's mission in response to any curatorial changes the museum has made over the last two years. — ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026 Fellow analysts flooded social media with an outpouring of praise. — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026 This succinct statement follows outpourings of both support and criticism of Sims, including additional allegations that YISE has imitated other beauty brands—the very thing Sims was lamenting. — Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Sep. 2026 Plantz, who released a statement Monday saying he was asked to resign and refused, has received an outpouring of support from many former players — and at least one assistant coach from his staff — over the last two days. — Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for outpouring

Recent Examples of Synonyms for outpouring

Noun

The cast, also, seems to be filling the void from the mass exodus of the last couple of seasons.

— Rima Parikh, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2026
This contributed to an exodus of wealthy residents to alluring cities like Milan, Lisbon, and Dubai, which have more favorable tax systems.

— Ashley Baker, Vanity Fair, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of exodus

Verb

Their love story continued, with Cameron gushing about their relationship while celebrating their second anniversary in October 2025.

— Michael Nied, InStyle, 24 Sep. 2026
Williams launched into a homily on the beauty of that sequence, gushing with admiration not only for Walker’s hustle but also for the tenacity of the entire offensive line.

— Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of gushing

Noun

In San Clemente, a town of 62,000 people, urban development has slowed the flow of sediment that once nourished the city's beaches, and warmer ocean waters have pushed waves higher and further ashore.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026
The researchers say future work will need to improve the electrolyte, flow-cell design, and stability of the palladium membrane.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of flow

Verb

Thailand’s Meteorological Department warned that the deluge, which has been pouring since Thursday afternoon, would continue in most parts of the country through Sunday.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Sep. 2026
Saudi Arabia is, of course, the world’s biggest exporter of crude oil, pouring millions of barrels a day into the global market and giving the kingdom unmatched influence on prices – and, ultimately, on how much Americans pay at the pump.

— Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of pouring

Verb

Shields suggests using Scrubbing Bubbles Mega Shower Foamer and spraying it evenly from top to bottom.

— Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026
Apply the vinegar by spraying it directly onto the surface or by dipping a microfiber cloth into the solution, wringing it out, and wiping the appliance.

— Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of spraying

Verb

But her worries subsided on the day of, after seeing Hunnam rigged up and spewing.

— Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Sep. 2026
Almost two years after a massive battery fire in Monterey County displaced 1,200 people and smoldered for days, spewing toxic gas into the air, the same facility is burning again.

— Blanca Begert, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026

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